JackRabbit sports is sponsoring a fund-raising run for one of its employees, Greg Hamilton, who has been diagnosed with testicular cancer. While his direct medical expenses are covered by Jackrabbit’s employee coverage,
There are all kinds of costs when fighting cancer, and only a few of them are covered by medical insurance. Greg’s parents live in Washington State, so travel and lodging are big expenses. Greg’s cell phone bill has doubled. Transportation to and from treatment, plus dozens of co-pays, adds expenses. Greg needs extra medical supplies while he is recovering from chemo, and all of his food needs to be delivered. While he is working at the Brooklyn JackRabbit occasionally, his income is nowhere near what it was and will not be at least until chemo is complete in October. If he has to undergo surgery, that’s another 3-6 months of recovery from the surgery where Greg’s expenses will be high but his income will be low.
So they’re holding the HELP GREG FIGHT CANCER 5K race on Tuesday, August 25th, starting at Bartel Pritchard Circle (15th Street where Prospect Park West and Southwest meet, across from the movie theatre).
Registration is $20 – 100% of which will go towards Greg Hamiilton’s medical expenses. In addition, tax deductible donation may be made through this online registration and donation link:
Or this link if that one’s too long.
Volunteers needed. If you or a friend would like to help out on race day or with pre-race day preparations please let us know at programs@jackrabbitsports.com
